Enjoy EnglinLife | Mar-Apr 2022 by EglinLife

MARCH | APRIL 2022

Put Some Spring In Your Swing! APRIL IS MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD

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SPRINGFEST 2022 • SAND& SPUR OPENHOUSE • FREE MAGICSHOW EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA • AIR FORCE ART CONTEST • NAF JOB FAIR

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M A R C H & A P R I L

2022

ON THE COVER:

Spring fever got you itching for the outdoors? Blue skies and a warmsun are welcoming you to the season of new beginnings, fresh adventures — and yes, baseball! So hustle on out there, Team. . . this “Eglin Life” needs players!

RECREATION + FITNESS PAGE 8

ENRICHMENT + TRAVEL

FEATURES: AIR FORCE ART CONTEST 5

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NAF JOB FAIR 7

CHILDHOOD + YOUTH

MAGIC SHOW 15

SAND & SPUR RIDING CLUB OPEN HOUSE 11 + 17

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SPRING FEST 16 EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA 23 MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD 24–25 WORD SEARCH 26 MAP & DIRECTORY 28–30

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INGREDIENTS: THE STUFF OF LEGENDS.

MONDAYS

PANINI MONDAY

TUESDAYS

MEXICAN FIESTA

THURSDAYS

TASTE SOUTHERN OF ITALY BBQ

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WEDNESDAYS

FRIDAYS

FISH FRIDAY

ESM MEAL CARDS ACCEPTED

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m p 2 m a 0 :3 9 7 • h c r a Mon, M e ll vi e ic N , se r ou C f ol G n Egli Eglin’s NAF Human Resources Office is hosting a Job Fair! Positions are available in child care, outdoor recreation, human resources, lodging and many more fields. NAFHRStaff and Facility Managers will be on hand to discuss positions available and assist with logging in to USAJobs.gov. Benefit options and recruitment bonuses up to $1,250 are available for select positions. Get a head start! Interviews will be pre-scheduled for qualified applicants that apply online prior to the event, with possible on-thespot job offers. To contact the NAFHROffice, call 850-883-3036 or email 96svs.svh.hrooffice@us.af.mil today! www.EglinLife.com/jobs

RECREATION + FITNESS BEACH PARK

eglinlife.com/beach • • • Located on Okaloosa Island, the Eglin Beach Park offers Gulf beach access exclusively to DoDIDcardholders and their guests.

FAMILY CAMPGROUNDS

eglinlife.com/famcamp • • • Eglin’s Family Campgrounds (FAMCAMPs) provide RVand tent site accommodations in two scenic locations, Camp Robbins and Postl Point.

FITNESS & SPORTS

eglinlife.com/fitness • • • Eglin’s Fitness Programwelcomes you to workout at multiple locations across base, including the Main Fitness Center and Field House on Eglin’s east side and the Lightning Fitness Center near the 33rd Fighter Wing. The Fitness Centers also host group classes, run events, sports leagues, tournaments and more.

GOLF COURSE

eglinlife.com/golf • • • The award-winning Eglin Golf Course is located in Niceville, offering 36 holes of championship play across two challenging courses. The course is open year-round for DoD IDcardholders and their sponsored guests.

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER

eglinlife.com/outdoorrec • • • Eglin’s Outdoor Recreation Center at Postl Point provides rental equipment, adventure opportunites and more. Watercraft rentals and storage, thrillseeker excursions and instructional clinics are all a part of what makes Eglin ODRyour one-stop shop for great fun in the great outdoors!

POOL

eglinlife.com/pool • • • The Pool on Eglin’s east side opens seasonally for all personnel and families to enjoy FREEopen swimming! Lap swimming and swimlessons are hosted as well.

SPECIALTY CLUBS:

• Eglin’s Sand & Spur Riding Club (eglinlife.com/sandandspur)

offers boarding for privately owned horses within the wooded surroundings off Memorial Trail, just east of the Eglin Commissary and Exchange.

• Eglin Yacht Club and Dive Flight (eglinlife.com/yachtanddive) host social excursions for boating and SCUBAdiving enthusiasts.

Watercraft Orientation Course Saturday, March 5 Saturday, April 2 10 am

Join Eglin Outdoor Recreation at the Postl Point marina for a Watercraft Orientation course! Beginner boaters are invited to learn the basics of watercraft operation including starting, shifting, anchoring, parking, tying knots and operating pontoon and fishing boats safely. This two-hour course costs $30 per person and is for all with base access ages 18 and older. Class size is limited to 12 participants. Contact Outdoor Rec to learn more and register. 850-882-5058

LPGA 101: Women's Golf Intro OUT4 | May 2 - 23 March 7 - April SOLD Mondays, 10 - 11:30 am

The Eglin Golf Course offers a four-class introduction to golf designed for women, by women! Your LPGAprofessional will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to get on the course. Take the first step to learn, play and enjoy the game of golf. Cost is $120 per player for the six-hour program, and the programaccommodates 4 to 10 participants. There will be no class held during Spring Break. Contact Denise Kafferly at denise.agren@gmail.comto learn more and register. 850-882-2949

Mini Stars Golf Program

March 7 - April 4 | Mondays, 4 pm March 13 - April 3 | Sundays, 9 am Does your child want to be a golf star? Register themfor the Mini Stars Golf Programwith the Eglin Golf Course! This programconsists of four classes for kids ages 3 to 5 years old. Classes will have two to four kids, and it is recommended that parents/guardians stay

for the 45-minute duration of the classes. (There will be no classes held during spring break.) The cost is $80 per child and includes equipment and instruction fromDenise Kafferly. Contact denise.agren@gmail.comto learn more and register. 850-882-2949

RecOn: Deep Sea Fishing Trip Saturday, March 19 | 8:30 am Saturday, April 16 | 8:30 am

*This is a RecOn event open to all U.S. Active Duty/ Reserve personnel assigned to Eglin and their family members.

Experience the thrill of offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico with Eglin Outdoor Recreation aboard the popular "Sweet Jody" party-charter fishing boat. Cost is $30 per person and includes (but is not limited to) the boat trip, tackle, bait, fishing poles, instruction, bottled water and snacks. Your catch will be filleted, bagged and put on ice for your trip home. Preregistration is required, and spots are limited. Participants must provide their own transportation to HarborWalk Village (210 Harbor Blvd, Destin). Contact Outdoor Rec to learn more and register. 850-882-5058

Movie Nights at Postl Point

Select Fridays | 7 pm Enjoy outdoor movies at Postl Point on the first Friday of each month! Parking will accommodate up to 50 vehicles per show. Admission is FREE and open to all Eglin personnel and family members on a firstcome first-serve basis. UPCOMING TITLES: March 4 —

Star Trek: First Contact [PG-13] 1996, Sci-fi/Adventure

March 18 — Encanto [PG] 2021, Musical/Family/Comedy April 1 —

Star Trek: Insurrection [PG]

Saturday

March 12 7:30 am

All ages and skill levels are invited to compete in Eglin Outdoor Recreation's Singles Disc Golf Tournament, taking place on the disc golf course at Postl Point! Participants will play two rounds and compete in six divisions: Advanced, Intermediate, Recreation, Novice, Advanced 40+and Ladies. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers in each division. Registration is $30 per person and includes a Player Pack, lunch and beverages. Players must provide their own discs. (Outdoor Rec has discs available for purchase.) Check-in begins with a players' meeting at 7:30 a.m. Call 850-882-5058 to learn more and register.

1998, Sci-fi/Adventure April 15 —

Peter Rabbit [PG] 2018, Family/Comedy

Call or stop by Postl Point to learn more. 850-882-5058

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Lucky Leprechaun

Golf Tournament

Saturday, March 19 9 am Shotgun Start Wear your luckiest green for the Eglin Golf Course's Lucky Leprechaun Golf Tournament! Players will pick their own teams of four to play on the Eagle course. The format is a two-person blind draw of the teamtotal score and a 19th hole pot-of-gold substitute score. Players will receive 80%handicap, and a current USGA Handicap is required for this event. Cost is $35 for Gold AGF, $45 for Silver AGFor $55 for NonAGF; the cost includes cart fees, green fees, range balls, lunch and tournament prizes. Call or stop by the Pro Shop to register.

850-882-2949

CALENDAR OF CLASSES BACK 2 BASICS Main Fitness Center

MONDAY – FRIDAY • 7 - 8 AM ———————————————————————————————————

RUN CLUB Fitness Field House

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS • 7:30 AM ———————————————————————————————————

H.I.I.T. 2.0 Fitness Pavillion

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS • 12 NOON ———————————————————————————————————

FIT CAMP Fitness Pavillion / Battle Rig

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS • 8 AM ———————————————————————————————————

TAI CHI Physical Training Center • Bldg 720

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS • 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM ———————————————————————————————————

SPIN CLASS Main Fitness Center WEEKDAYS • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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850-882-6223

Full Moon Kayak Friday, March 18 | 7 pm Friday, April 15 | 7 pm

Come paddle with Eglin Outdoor Recreation out fromPostl Point to see the full moon rise over the bay. This two-hour guided excursion will take participants on a kayaking trip to a small secluded beach for an amazing view of the night sky, s'mores and a moonlit paddle back to Postl Point. Participation is open to all base personnel and registered guests, ages 16 and older, who have some prior kayaking experience. Cost is $25 per person and includes all necessary equipment and ingredients for s'mores. Single and double kayaks are available. Participants are encouraged to bring bottled water and a flashlight, and to wear non-cotton clothing. Call or visit Outdoor Rec to register. 850-882-5058

Disc Golf 101

Sunday, March 20 | 1 pm Friday, April 29 | 4 pm Eglin Outdoor Recreation invites you to learn the sport of Disc Golf, with a fun and instructional clinic geared to introduce beginners as well as hone the skills of experienced players. This twohour class will cover basic to intermediate Disc Golf technique while playing the 18-hole course at Postl Point. Cost is $20 per person, and all base personnel are welcome. Outdoor Rec can supply discs for all participants, but feel free to bring your own! Also bring water, insect repellent, and comfortable athletic or hiking shoes. Participants will meet at the Outdoor Rec Center before heading out to the course. Call or visit Outdoor Rec to pre-register. 850-882-5058

SpringFest 2022

Sand & Spur Open House

Friday, March 25 | 5 - 7 pm

Saturday, April 9 | 11 am-3 pm

Come out to Postl Point for the return of Eglin's annual SpringFest and enjoy a day of family fun in the sun! Admission is FREEand open to all base personnel and their families. There will be games, obstacle courses, bounce houses and more. Food trucks will be on-site for attendees to purchase food and drink. We’ll see you at SpringFest!

Sponsored By: • Eglin Federal Credit Union • Raytheon Missiles & Defense • Kia Fort Walton Beach

Dog Obedience Classes

April 6 - May 4 | Wednesdays 5-6 pm May 10 - June 7 | Tuesdays 5-6 pm Can't get Rover to roll over? Basic Dog Obedience is just what your pup needs! Classes are specialized for pups over four months of age, or adult dogs who have had no previous training. Your canine companion will learn basic obedience commands and good doggy manners, and individual behavioral problems such as excessive barking and jumping will be addressed. Course sessions last five weeks, with classes held for a maximumof 10 dogs. The first class meeting will be for owners only (no dogs should attend, please!). Cost for each five-week course is $80 and includes everything needed to participate. Dogs must be current on all vaccinations, including kennel cough; owners are asked to bring their dog's shot record to the first class. Register and pick up additional class information at Outdoor Recreation at Postl Point. 850-882-5058

Eglin's Sand &Spur Riding Club invites the Eglin community to the return of its Open House! Held at the Riding Club off Memorial Trail (east of the Exchange/Commissary), this yearly event is FREEand open to all with base access. Come out and enjoy an opportunity to meet and interact with the club's horses and ponies. Activities include FREEpony rides, hay rides, a grooming station and games for all ages!

RecOn: Tandem Skydiving

Saturday, April 9 | 8 am or 10 am *This is a RecOn event open to all U.S. Active Duty/ Reserve personnel assigned to Eglin and their family members.

Join Eglin Outdoor Recreation on a day trip to Bonifay, Florida (www.xtremeskydivers.com) for the ultimate thrill —TandemSkydiving! Jump fromnearly 14,000 feet, falling about 1,000 feet every six seconds at 120 mph. Cost is $50 per person. Participants must provide their own transportation to 1983 Tri County Airport Road, Bonifay, FL(Approx. 1-hour 45-minute drive from Eglin). Photos and videos may be purchased at the site. Participants must be 18 years or older, in good health and physical condition, and should not be on medication which could affect judgment or performance. There is no height restriction, but the weight limit is 230 pounds. A weigh-in is required on flight day, and even one pound over the limit will prohibit participation. Participants MUSThave a current High-Risk Activities form(AFForm4391) filled out BEFORE signing up. Sign up at Eglin Outdoor Rec. 850-882-5058

Please observe the following tips to make your visit the best and safest possible: • Helmets must be worn by anyone age 18 and under while riding on a horse or pony. Some helmets will be available; please bring your own if possible. • Closed toed shoes are recommended. • Release-of-liability forms will be available and must be signed by all visitors. • No dogs or other animals allowed, on or off a leash. • No smoking on club property. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. eglinlife.com/sandandspur

24-HOUR

FITNESS ACCESS

Bring your valid DoDIDcard to the MAINFITNESS CENTER (BLDG810) MON-FRI : 5 AM–7:30 PMto sign up for 24-hour access to the Main EGLINFITNESS CENTERand LIGHTNINGFITNESS CENTER (33 FW) ELIGIBLE: Active Duty, DoDCivilians/Contractors/Retirees, Spouses and Family Members 18+

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Paddle Board Clinic Saturday, April 23 | 1 pm

MINI STARS

Get out on the water with Eglin Outdoor Recreation for an introductory Paddle Board Clinic at Postl Point. Outdoor Rec will cover equipment, various paddling strokes and safety procedures during one hour of instruction and one hour of free paddle time. Cost is $20 per person and includes board and paddle rental. Participation is open to all base personnel and their guests, ages 8 and up. Class size is limited, so contact Outdoor Rec to sign up early. Classes may be rescheduled for inclement weather. 850-882-5058

Air Force National Golf Day Scramble

Saturday, May 7 | 9 am Shotgun Start The Eglin Golf Course is hosting a scramble in support of Air Force National Golf Day! Up to 72 golfers (54 experienced and 18 novices invited fromthe SAPI Wingman program) will compete in teams of four —three experienced players plus one inexperienced. The event will be held on the Eagle Course. The cost is $35 for Gold AGF, $45 for Silver AGFand $55 for Non-AGF and includes cart and green fees, range balls and prizes. Active Duty invitees will play on a complimentary basis. Contact the Pro Shop to learn more and register. 850-882-2949

Intro to GOLF PROGRAM Pedal Kayaking A A A A A

Two Sessions Begin in March For Ages 3–5 4 Lessons • $80 per Child Read More on Page 7

Instruction By

Denise Kafferly

Saturday, April 30 1 - 3 pm

Come out to Postl’ Point and learn how to use a pedal kayak with Eglin Outdoor Recreation! This Intro to Pedal Kayaking course is open to all with base access and will teach participants the basics of pedal kayaks with Outdoor Rec’s brand-new Hobie kayaks. Pedal kayaks make kayaking a hands-free activity that’s simple and fun for all to enjoy. The cost is $60; those eligible for RecOn events can register for $15. Call or stop by Outdoor Rec to learn more and register. 850-882-5058

Eglin Yacht Club Dive Flight

Monthly Meeting First Fridays | 4:30 pm

Join the Eglin Yacht Club’s Dive Flight for monthly meetings! Come out and meet other divers, plan future dive trips and learn about future dive classes. All with base access are welcome to attend. The monthly meetings will be held on the first Friday of every month at 4:30 p.m. at the Yacht Club on Boatner Road (Bldg 2816). Contact Mike “Adrian” Guidry at 850-217-6064 or Adrian Mijangos at 850-684-5343 for more information. www.EglinYachtClub.org

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EGLIN BASE POOL NEXT TO MAIN FITNESS CENTER

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SpringFest

March 25 Postl Point 5 to 7pm Family fun in the sun! FREE Admission | Food Trucks On-Site Games, Obstacle Courses, Bounce Houses & More! Open to All Base Personnel and Their Families

NO FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF SPONSORS INTENDED.

ENRICHMENT + TRAVEL AERO CLUB

eglinlife.com/aeroclub • • • The Eglin Aero Club is a FAA-approved flight school, offering pilot training and certification courses for private and commercial ratings, plus maintenance courses, rentable aircraft and everything else you need to get your dreams of flying off the ground!

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

eglinlife.com/afrc • • • Eglin’s A&FRCis TeamEglin’s hub for life-enhancing classes, workshops and resources to help support every member’s growth and readiness in all aspects of life — personal, professional, and everything in between.

AUTO HOBBY SHOP

eglinlife.com/autoshop • • • Whether it’s repairs, maintenance or a do-it-yourself project, the Eglin Auto Hobby Shop has you and your vehicle covered with its staff of knowledgeable mechanics, plus quality tools and equipment in a state-of-the-art facility.

EDUCATION CENTER

eglinlife.com/education • • • Eglin’s Education Center is your connection to colleges and universities, tuition assistance and benefits, degree programs, testing and much more. Whatever your goals, you can start “Accessing Higher Education” today!

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

eglinlife.com/itt • • • Eglin’s Information, Tickets &Travel (ITT) office is a full-service leisure travel agency, offering the hottest deals and discounts on vacation destinations, theme park tickets, accommodations, cruises, airfare, local attractions and more. Around the corner or around the world, ITT can get you there!

LIBRARY

eglinlife.com/library • • • The Eglin Library houses a sizeable collection of books for all ages and is also your gateway to an entire universe of online databases and digital literature. E-books, audiobooks, digital reader devices, and so much more —all at your fingertips and always FREE!

LODGING

eglinlife.com/lodging • • • Are you visiting Eglin or expecting company? Eglin Inns hosts a wide variety of on-base lodging quarters available to active and retired military members, DOD civilians, and family and friends.

Ten Steps to a Federal Job

Tuesday, March 8 | 1-3:30 pm Tuesday, April 12 | 1-3:30 pm Applying for a federal job may seem overwhelming at times, but the employment experts at Eglin's Airman &Family Readiness Center are here to assist! The official job site for federal employment is USAJobs.gov, a onestop source for federal job announcements, employment information, and application. Learn how to navigate the site, manage your account, analyze job announcements, create a federal résumé and avoid common mistakes. Attendance is available in-person and virtually. Please call the A&FRCto register. 850-882-9060

Bundles for Babies

Wednesday, March 9 | 9 - 11:30 am Eglin's Airman &Family Readiness Center invites expectant parents fromall branches of service to a fun-filled Bundles for Babies workshop! New and expecting parents will receive valuable information fromthe New Parent Support Program, child care programs, Tricare and other relevant organizations. Attendance is available in- person and virtually. Call the A&FRCto sign up. 850-882 -9060

LET YOUR

DREAMS

TAKE FLIGHT Start your pilot training now at the Eglin Aero Club BLDG 898

850-882-5148 eglinlife.com/aeroclub eglinaeroclub.com

SCOR Training

Thursday, March 10 | 1 - 2:30 pm Calling all EFMPfamilies! Join the Eglin Airman &Family Readiness Center for its Special Care Organizational Record (SCOR) Training. This workshop assists EFMPfamilies by providing the tools needed to preserve and organize important documents in order to properly record and track information. This workshop is open to all families with special-needs children and will be held at the A&FRC(Bldg 205) with a virtual option available via ZoomGov. Attendees will receive a free binder to assist in organizing documents. Call the A&FRCto learn more and register! 850-882-9060

Hearts Apart Online Forum Tuesday, March 15 | 10 am Tuesday, April 19 | 10 am

Are you the family member of a deployed loved one? Eglin's Airman &Family Readiness Center would like to cordially invite you to the Hearts Apart ProgramOnline Forum! This is a monthly virtual meeting via ZoomGov for deployed families to engage directly with our Readiness NCO's to discuss issues, share resources, and

build connectedness with other deployed family members. If interested, please call or email Eglin.EglinAirmanFamilyReadinessCenter@ us.af.mil to register and receive ZoomGov login instructions. NOTE: Aminimumof 5 registrants is required or a session will be cancelled. 850882-9060

Before You Say “I Do”

Thursday, April 14 | 12 - 4 pm Are you considering the next step of marriage or cohabitation? Many couples get married before building the foundation for a healthy, longtermmarriage. Join the Eglin Airman &Family Readiness Center and learn what you need to know "Before You Say 'I Do!'" This workshop addresses the facets of this foundation such as expectations, roles, communication, conflict, finances, intimacy and even in-laws. Participants will leave with an improved awareness of compatibility as well as a fuller understanding of the foundations of marriage. Participants can attend in person or via Zoom. Email eglin.eglinairmanfamilyreadiness center@us.af.mil or call the A&FRCto register. 850-882-9060

MONTHLY/WEEKLY BRIEFINGS:

COMMISSIONING Briefing First Tuesday of Every Month | 9-10 am •••

SKILLBRIDGE:

Get Set for PostService Employment First Tuesday of Every Month | 1 pm ••• MilTA: Military Tuition Assistance Every Wednesday | 8 am

EFMP Orientation Tuesday, April 19 | 9 - 10:30 am

Eglin's Airman &Family Readiness Center holds a quarterly orientation for the Exceptional Family Member Program(EFMP). EFMP101 helps to familiarize newly enrolled families with all the services EFMPhas to offer through briefings fromthe Medical, Assignments and Family Support offices. Orientations are held at the A&FRC, Bldg 205 and are open to service members and families of all branches. Seating is limited, but virtual access is available via ZoomGov! Contact the A&FRCto learn more and register. 850-882-9060

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Drop-In Tech Help at the Library Wednesdays | 11 am –1 pm

Do you have questions about library databases or how to use database apps on your digital reader device? Stop by the Eglin Library for oneon-one assistance with a library staff member! You can also call 850-882-9309 or email eglinlibrary@gmail.comfor an appointment.

Spouse Relicensure Reimbursement The Air Force Spouse Relicensure Reimbursement Programprovides financial relief up to $1000 to Airmen whose spouse must transfer state occupational licenses or certifications. Offer is effective for fees incurred during PCS/PCAs authenticated on or after Dec. 12, 2017. 850-882-9060

Aero Club Credentialing Assistance Assistance is available for Air Force and Army personnel who are pursuing various flight courses and licenses through the Eglin Aero Club. AFCOOLand ArmyIgnitEDare providing assistance to those who qualify for the A&P course, Private Pilot Licenses, Instrument Rating and Commercial Pilot Licenses. Find more information, online at eglinlife.com/aeroclub or contact the Aero Club at 850-882-5148. 20

EGLIN’S INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL office is your gateway to LEISURE TRAVEL SUPPLIERS who are Making Vacation Dreams Come True in the Military Community:

DISNEY • UNIVERSAL • LEGOLAND • CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL • PRINCESS CRUISES CELEBRITY CRUISES • MSC CRUISES • AMAWATERWAYS BEACHES RESORTS • SANDALS RESORTS • DELTA VACATIONS . . . AND MORE! To start planning your next big getaway, VISIT EGLIN ITT : BLDG 1760 (in front of Eglin Commissary)

Appointments Recommended, Walk-Ins Welcome

850-882-5930

eglinlife.com/itt

It's All AT THE

EGLIN • • • •

Good Under the Hood

AUTO HOBBY SHOP

Professional Mechanics on Staff Bays/Lifts/Tools for DIY Projects Car Care for Deployed Military On-Demand Tire Service

. . . AND MUCH MORE

OPEN TUES–SUN BLDG 721

Behind the Thrift Store

850-882-2484

www.eglinlife.com/autoshop

GO STATE. GO FAR. At Seminole State College of Florida, we aim high and know the sky is not the limit. We’re proud to partner with the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) General Education Mobile (GEM) program and help Airman and Guardians pursuing a CCAF Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. Seminole State has been named a Military Friendly School and is the only Central Florida institution offering the GEM program. Join us and see how you can #GoStateGoFar. Learn more at sem.st/ccaf. Paid ad. No federal endorsement of advertiser intended.

Office of Veteran Student Services | 100 Weldon Blvd., Sanford, FL 32773 | 407.708.2242

CHILDHOOD + YOUTH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

eglinlife.com/cdc • • • Parents of children from6 weeks to 5 years of age can receive comprehensive child care services at one of Eglin’s two Child Development Center (CDC) locations. Full day care and hourly drop-in care (on a space-available basis) are provided by a compassionate staff of certified professionals.

FAMILY CHILD CARE

eglinlife.com/fcc • • • The Eglin Family Child Care (FCC) office is a parent’s network for connecting with on-base and affiliated off-base child care providers operating fromtheir homes —a high-quality alternative to center-based care. All FCCproviders are licensed and certified by not only the State of Florida but also Eglin leadership, and must operate by Air Force standards.

SCHOOL AGE CARE

eglinlife.com/schoolage • • • Before and after school programs —as well as full-day camps and activities during spring, summer, and winter breaks —are all provided for children ages 5-12 at Eglin’s School Age Care (SAC) facility. With a goal to develop interests, enhance life skills, encourage positivity and promote self-worth, SACprovides a safe, nurturing, and age-appropriate environment for youngsters.

SCHOOL LIAISON

eglinlife.com/slo • • • The mission of Eglin’s School Liason office (SLO) is to eliminate barriers and build bridges for the academic success of military connected children, grades K-12. Through networks and partnerships with local and global communities, the SLOworks to assist Active Duty parents with education matters that are unique to their children and the military lifestyle.

YOUTH CENTER

eglinlife.com/youth • • • The Eglin Youth Center goes above and beyond to provide its members a “Positive Place For Kids!” Youth up to age 18 partake in year-round activities that promote character and leadership development, life skills, education, arts, fitness and sports —all in a safe, supervised environment.

Volunteer Coaches Needed for

Youth Baseball Season Begins March 15

The Eglin Youth Program needs volunteer coaches for the 2022 spring season of Youth Baseball. Mandatory certification training is fully provided, and coaches receive a $60 registration discount for players in their family. Contact Mr. Bracey at 850-883-1426 to learn more and coordinate your training!

Dance Classes at the Youth Center Weekdays | Ages 3-13

The Eglin Youth Center hosts Dance Classes for ages 3 to 13. Hour-long ballet, tap and jazz classes are available with beginner and intermediate options on a weekly basis.

MONDAYS

• Tap & Ballet: Ages 3-5 | 3:45 p.m. • Intermediate Tap & Jazz: Ages 6-13 | 5 p.m.

TUESDAYS

• Beginner Tap & Jazz: Ages 6-13 | 3:45 p.m. • Ballet: Ages 6-13 | 5 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS

• Jazz: Ages 3-5 | 3:45 p.m. • Tap & Ballet: Ages 3-5 | 5 p.m.

THURSDAYS

• Tap & Ballet: Ages 3-5 | 3:45 p.m. • Advanced Tap & Jazz: Ages 11-13 | 5 p.m. Cost is $50 and covers a full month of classes; additional family members or classes may be added for $40. Contact the Youth Center to learn more and to register. 850-882-8212

America’s Kids Color Run Friday, April 1 Register March 1 - 30

The Eglin Youth Center is hosting the 2022 America’s Kids Color Run on Friday, April 1! Participants will be doused in a rainbow of cornstarch-based chalk paint during this event. The event is FREE and open to everyone with base access. All runners will receive a FREE America’s Kids Color Run t-shirt for participating. Please stop by the Eglin Youth Center (Bldg 2582) on weekdays from 12 to 5:30 p.m. through the month of March to register and pick up an event permission slip. 850-882-8212 eglinlife.com/youth

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“PURPLE UP” ALL MONTH Honoring our Military Children for the sacrifices they make each and every day living the military lifestyle. MOMC was first established in 1986 by Defense Secretary Casper Weinberger. There are currently 1.2 million children of active duty members. 2 million military children have experienced a parent’s deployment since 9/11.

If you would like to volunteer and make a positive difference in a child’s life, please contact

TEAM EGLIN’S SCHOOL LIAISON:

ELAINE LAJEUNESSE

elaine.lajeunesse@us.af.mil | 850-882-4319

www.EglinLife.com/slo

SLO Transition Transition

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Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian Student’s Birth Certiﬁcate ••Student’s Certiﬁcate • Student’s Social • Student’s Social Security SecurityNumber Number • Student’s Shot Record ••Student’s Shot Record Legal Documents, as needed • Legal Documents, as needed (example: custody or guardianship) (example: custody or guardianship) • Proof of Residency/Military Orders • ProofInformation: of Residency/Military Orders School

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We’re heading high-PCS e’re heading intointo high-PCS season, and

season, a lot for about. there’sand a lotthere’s for parents to think parents to think about.

Switching schools can be diﬃcult, but Eglin’s

Switching schools can be difficult, School Liason, Elaine LaJeunesse says the key is but Eglin’s School Liason, Elaine to get organized before moving. She’s put LaJeunesse says the key is to together a checklist for parents to help make the get organized before moving. transition as seamless as possible. Parents should She’s put together a checklist also parents be aware oftothe Military Interstate for help make the Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3).asThepossible. MIC3 was transition as seamless created to support successful education Parents should also be aware of transitions for mobile militaryChildren’s students. the Military Interstate Compact Commission (MIC3). All ﬁftyMIC3 states,was including the District of The created to support Columbia, are members of the compact, successful education transitionswhich applies to public schoolsstudents. and DoDEA schools for mobile military

kindergarten through 12th grade. MIC3 covers

All fifty states, including the children of Active Duty members, including the District of Columbia, are National Guard and Reserves under Active Duty members of the compact, which Title 10 orders. applies to public schools and DoDEA schools kindergarten through 12th grade. MIC3 covers “PCSing can be stressful for families, but you children of Active Duty members, are not alone it comesGuard to gettingand your including thewhen National Reserves under Active Duty Title children settled into a new school,” LaJeunesse 10says. orders. “A solid plan will help you chart your way

to success, and stressful utilizing the MIC3 “PCSing can be for will empower but you with knowledge you need in families, youtheare not alone making informed decisions.” when it comes to getting your children settled into a new school,” LaJeunesse says. “A solid plan will help you chart your way to success, and utilizing the MIC3 will empower you with the knowledge you need in making informed decisions.”

Elaine Lajeunesse, Team Eglin School Liaison

Here’s what the MIC3 covers: Here’s what the MIC3 covers: • Enrollment Enrollment • Educational records, immunizations, • Educational records, Kindergarten and First Grade entrance age. immunizations, Kindergarten and • Placement & Attendance First Grade entrance age. • Course and educational program placement, • Placement & Attendance special education services, placement ﬂexibility, • Course and educational and absence related to deployment activities. program placement, special • education Eligibility services, placement • flexibility, Eligibility for student enrollment and to and absence related extracurricular participation. deployment activities. • Graduation Eligibility • Flexibility in accepting state exit or • Eligibility for student enrollment end-of-course exams, national achievement and extracurricular participation. tests, or alternative testing in lieu of testing Graduation requirements for graduation in the • Flexibility in accepting state exit receiving state. or end-of-course exams, national • Waiving courses required for graduation if achievement tests, or alternative similar course work has been completed lieu of testing • testing Allowing ainstudent to receive a diploma requirements for graduation in from the sending school instead of the the receiving state. receiving school. • Waiving courses required for

if similar course Tograduation learn more about the Compact visit work the has been completed Interstate Commission’s website at www.MIC3.net.

• Allowing a student to receive a

sending school If diploma you’d like tofrom make athe positive diﬀerence in a instead of the receiving school. child’s life, please contact Team Eglin’s School Liaison: 850-882-4319 To learnElaine moreLaJeunesse about the| Compact elaine.lajeunesse@us.af.mil | eglinlife.com/slo visit the Interstate Commission’s website at www.MIC3.net

• Address, Phone Numbers, Contact Info School Information: • Course Description Book/Grading Scale • Address, Phone Numbers, Contact Info (if available, for grades 6 and above) ••Course Book/Grading For HighDescription School credit courses - copyScale of (if available, for grades 6 and above) the title page of textbooks ••For School-credit - copybook of For High High School Schoolcourses Profile/Hand the title page of textbooks School Records: ••For High School - School book Copy of Cumulative FolderProfile/Hand (only the copy mailed by the school is considered official)

School Records: • Current Schedule ••Copy Cumulative Folder (only the copy ReportofCards mailed by the school is considered oﬃcial)

• Attendance and Tardy Records ••Current Schedule Standardized Testing Records ••Report CardsGrades or Progress Reports Withdrawal ••Attendance Test Scores and Tardy Records (Standardized orTesting Special Program Testing, etc.) • Standardized Records Activities Record (such as co/extracurricular) ••Withdrawal Grades or Progress Reports • ROTC Records (if applicable/available) • Test Scores • Letters of Recommendations (Standardized or Special Program Testing, etc.) (especially for gifted, band, or Seniors)

••Activities Record (such as co/extracurricular) Writing Samples (if available) ••ROTC Records (if applicable/available) Portfolios (if available) ••Letters of Recommendations Accelerated Reader Points (if applicable) (especially for gifted,Hours band,(iforapplicable) Seniors) • Service Learning • Writing SamplesRecords (if available) Special Programs as Appropriate: ••Portfolios (if available) Individual Education Plan (IEP), • Accelerated Reader applicable) Accommodation PlanPoints (IAP),(if504, Gifted English Learning as a Second Language (ESL) or ••Service Hours (if applicable) Bilingual Education Special Programs • At-Risk or Other Records as Appropriate: • Individual Education Plan (IEP), Action Plans for Accommodation Plan (IAP), 504, Gifted Classroom Modiﬁcations • English as a Second Language (ESL) or Bilingual Education • At-Risk or Other Action Plans for Classroom Modiﬁcations

For assistance, LaJeunesse encourages families to reach out to her directly.

The SLOoffice is located in the "Bubble Building" (2579) on Gaffney Rd. For appointments, call 850-882-4319 or email elaine.lajeunesse@us.af.mil

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Beach Park | Okaloosa Island

883-1243

Aero Club

882-5148

Family Campgrounds

883-1243

Airman & Family Readiness Center

882-9060

Auto Hobby Shop

882-2484

Education Center

882-8141

Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT)

882-5930

Fitness & Sports: • Main Fitness Center

882-6223

• Field House

882-6028

• Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC)

882-9260

• Lightning Fitness Center | 33FW

883-6816

Library

882-9308

• Sports &Special Events

882-4229

Lodging

882-8761

Golf Course

882-2949

Marina | Ben’s Lake

882-7730

Outdoor Recreation Center

882-5058

Pool

883-1243

DINING + CATERING Bayview Event Center

882-4766

The Breeze Dining Facility

882-9042

Golf Course Snack Bar

882-4892

Legends Sports Grill

882-4672

The Lift Flight Kitchen

882-3620

HOURS OF OPERATION for all FSS Facilities can be found online at

www.EglinLife.com

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CHILDHOOD + YOUTH Child Development Center: • CDCII

883-7425

• CDCIII

882-5519

Family Child Care

882-2994

School-Age Care

882-8291

School Liaison Office

882-4319

Youth Center

882-8212

PERSONNEL + SUPPORT Airman & Family Readiness Center

882-9060

Airman Leadership School

882-2550

Civilian Personnel

882-6258

Commercial Sponsorship &Advertising

882-8651

Employment | NAFHuman Resources Office

883-3036

Honor Guard

882-2156

Military Personnel Flight

882-2742

Private Organizations | Resource Management

885-6781

Readiness & Mortuary Affairs

882-8084

Training Center

882-8697

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